Friends of the Museum

The organization Amis du Musée des Arts Décoratifs et du Design (Friends of the Museum of Decorative Arts and Design) was founded to assist in the development and promotion of the madd’s activities. Every year, thanks to the devotion of its members and generosity of its donors, it enables the acquisition of major works, the hosting of events that highlight the decorative arts and design, and the publication of catalogues that bear witness to the work invested into each exhibition.

Acquisitions

The museum’s collection, as a whole, is estimated to include 35,000 works of various kinds: furniture, ceramics, glassware and prints, plus the archives, as well as antique books and weapons.

The origins of the collection are many, but it has been compiled primarily through the generosity of donors. Note that a gift to the museum can qualify the donor for a tax deduction > see the page on making a donation.

Member benefits:

Special events

Members of the Friends of the Museum of Decorative Arts and Design are privileged participants in the life of the madd, enjoying lectures (the Jeudis du Musée), chances to meet artists and designers, private previews of exhibitions, travel events in France and other countries... A whole range of opportunities to broaden their horizons in the company of like-minded art lovers.

The organization Friends of the Museum of Decorative Arts and Design is a state-approved non-profit organization.

To join the Friends of the Museum of Decorative Arts and Design :

Members are eligible for a tax deduction: your contribution beyond the basic membership fee is tax-exempt.

Example: an individual member contributing €150 can deduct €110.